The Startup Ecosystem of Vienna

Vienna has 203 startups in our sample database which represents about 56% of Austria’s sampled startups. Vienna is the highest-ranked startup ecosystem in Austria.

CITY RANKING

In 2023, the startup scene of Vienna shows much promise after advancing in the Global Ecosystem Index by 1 spot.

National Ranking

1st
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In Austria

Regional Ranking

17th
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In Western Europe

Global Ranking

70th
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1
Worldwide

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The Startup Ecosystem in Vienna

Our startup ecosystem map for Vienna includes a sample of 203 tech companies. We have identified as unicorns 2 startups that have passed the USD 1 billion valuations. Get the Pro account for unrestricted insights on this ecosystem.

Global Rank

Vienna is ranked within the top 100 startup ecosystems globally.

Top Industries

Vienna’s startups excel particularly in Education where it ranks 19 and in Fintech, and Marketing & Sales. Find out more

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Startups

Notable Startups in Vienna
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TourRadar
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Adverity
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PlanRadar

Startups

Successful Education startups in Vienna
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whatchado
uugot.it startup icon
uugot.it

Startups

Startups Ranking by Industry

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Education
#19 worldwide

On our map, you can explore a total of 91 startups for Education.

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Fintech
#45 worldwide

The Fintech industry in Vienna is ranked 45 globally. There are 21 startups for Fintech on our sample database and map.

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Marketing & Sales
#76 worldwide

Marketing & Sales is ranked 76th in the world. Our database contains 17 startups for this industry.

ECOSYSTEM

Why should you join Vienna's Startup Ecosystem?

Overview

Within Vienna there is an increased attraction for entrepreneurs to set up their startups in industries such as Education, Fintech, Marketing & Sales. These three industries represent about 64% of the startups represented on the Startup Ecosystem Map of Vienna.

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National Rank

17th

Regional Rank

Overview

Vienna is Austria's 1st best startup ecosystem and is ranked 17th in Western Europe. With a population of 2M - 10M people, Vienna is ranked 70th in the world. The city has some notable startup success stories including TourRadar.

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Startup Infrastructure in Vienna
With a large variety of initiatives, Vienna's startup ecosystem stands out from other cities in Western Europe. Vienna offers a number of funding opportunities for entrepreneurs and startups. Below is a list of Vienna's most prominent support initiatives:

Accelerators

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weXelerate

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INiTS

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ELEVATE -

Coworking Spaces

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Regus - Vienna, Le Palais

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Spaces - Vienna, Spaces Central Station

Regus - Vienna Stock Exchange startup icon

Regus - Vienna Stock Exchange

Organizations

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BaseCamp

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Startup Live

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Startup Live

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